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  • Collage of Victorian dishes against victorian-style table cloth background

    9 Dishes From The Victorian Era We'd Still Eat Today

    The Victorian Era inspired tons of great dishes — including desserts and entrees — and here are some that are still enjoyed today and found in restaurants.

    By Charlotte Pointing 5 months ago Read More
  • Stacked, unevenly broken pieces of thick chocolate against an orange background

    Chocolate Wasn't Originally Used For Eating: Here's Its First Purpose

    The history of chocolate is quite long, but we've only been eating it in solid form for fewer than 200 years. Here's the way it was first enjoyed.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 5 months ago Read More
  • Composite image featuring several steak dinners with the White House in the background

    The Steak Orders Of 19 US Presidents

    How did the leaders of the free world take their steak? We've rounded up the preferred steak orders of U.S. presidents from colonial times through today.

    By Elettra Pauletto 5 months ago Read More
  • Butter crock with cutting board, butter knife, and toast

    Why Cork, Ireland Is A Crucial City In The History Of Butter Worldwide

    How much do you know about the history of butter? If you've never been to Cork, Ireland, here's why you should hop the pond.

    By A.J. Forget 5 months ago Read More
  • Various Taco Bell menu items on table

    The Taco Bell Sandwich That Was Discontinued In The '90s And Caused A Protest

    It was Taco Bell's answer to a burger, but more sloppy Joe-like and featuring taco toppings.

    By Courtney Iseman 5 months ago Read More
  • blueberry buckle on a plate

    Meet Buckle Cake: The Old-School Dessert Born From Pure Resourcefulness

    While buckle cake may seem old-fashioned, this versatile fruity cakey bake should definitely be on your radar for a dessert that's good at any time of day.

    By Gabrielle Lenart 5 months ago Read More
  • someone handling fresh salmon

    The Strange UK Law That Makes It Illegal To Handle Salmon 'Suspiciously'

    There are a lot of strange laws on the books, including this one in the UK. The law is aimed at keeping salmon sustainable and consumers safe.

    By Holly Tishfield 5 months ago Read More
  • Colorful rock candy on sticks piled up together

    The Ancient Origins Of Rock Candy

    Sugar, particularly in rock candy form, represents a long history of global trade and power, and remains a well-loved symbolic food in many parts of the world.

    By Whitney Bard 5 months ago Read More
  • Campbell's Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup

    The 1950s Dinner That Featured Canned Soup, Tuna, And ... Waffles?

    The 1950s were curious culinary times, when experimentation often beat appetizing ideas, and this recipe is no exception. Luckily, we do have alternative ideas.

    By Nathan Legare 5 months ago Read More
  • Pies and ambrosia salad on orange backgrround

    17 Vintage Southern Desserts That Deserve A Comeback ASAP

    Move over red velvet cake and peach cobbler, there are some other vintage Southern desserts worth celebrating. Try making one (or more) yourself!

    By Lily McElveen 5 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of General Tso's chicken over rice with broccoli placed on a mat with chilies, garlic, and sesame seeds

    How The US Popularized (And Totally Changed) General Tso's Chicken

    General Tso's chicken is a delicious meal that many associate with traditional Chinese food. However, the United States made the dish what it is today.

    By A.J. Forget 5 months ago Read More
  • Pints of beer with fresh hops and wheat on a table with a barrel in the background.

    You've Probably Tasted Hops From This Washington Valley Without Knowing It

    Whether your pint of choice was brewed down the street or thousands of miles away, there is a high chance its hops were sourced from the same place.

    By Nathan Legare 5 months ago Read More
  • selection of different types of popular cereal in bowls

    The Most Popular Cereal In The US Has Reigned Supreme For Years

    This bestselling cereal has been the most popular bowl to start your day for decades and reportedly sells more than 129 million boxes every year.

    By Samantha Ibrahim 5 months ago Read More
  • different ice cream flavors scooped in a bowl

    This Beloved Texas Ice Cream Brand Has Been A Freezer Staple For Generations

    Although it started as a local Texas favorite, this more than 100-year-old ice cream brand can now be found in grocery stores across the country.

    By Julia Holland 5 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling in the kitchen

    This Dessert Made Julia Child Tear Up On Live Television

    Julia Child invited chef Nancy Silverton on her show, 'Baking with Julia' in 1997. Together, they made dessert that nearly brought Child to tears on live TV.

    By Deb Kavis 5 months ago Read More
  • Plate Canadian war cake slices

    This Vintage Canadian Wartime Cake Has No Eggs, Butter, Or Milk

    History has shown us that during times of war, countries will make the most of what food rations they have -- and Canada is no exception with its War Cake.

    By Luna Regina 5 months ago Read More
  • Collage of Pillsbury cake mix, Colman's mustard, Tabasco, Kellogg's Corn Flakes, Quaker Oats, and Keeblers cookies

    16 Old-School Food Brands That Are Way Older Than You Think

    These food brands have stood the test of time. From mustard made in 1814 to chocolate from the 1840s, they're still pantry staples around the world today.

    By Charlotte Pointing 5 months ago Read More
  • Cup of mayonnaise

    This Country Eats The Most Mayonnaise — But It's Different From The Mayo You Know

    Mayonnaise may be popular in the American Midwest, but there's one nation that consumes far more of it than the United States.

    By Deb Kavis 5 months ago Read More
  • New Orleans' French Quarter at night

    Why Gas Station Food Is A Crucial Part Of New Orleans' Culinary Scene

    You probably don't head to the gas station when you're in the mood for a high quality meal. That is, unless you live in New Orleans. Here's why.

    By Autumn Swiers 5 months ago Read More
  • barbecue meat on board with sauce in ramekin

    Here's What The Oldest Versions Of American Barbecue Sauce Tasted Like

    Barbecue sauce comes in many different forms. While the debate will always range around which style is the best, here is the style that came first.

    By Matthew Spina 5 months ago Read More
  • Chicken a la king in pan with ingredients by the side

    This Old-School Chicken Dish Has Been Around Longer Than You'd Think, And Has A Murky Origin Story

    Some dishes that seem timeless or rooted in a specific place and time turn out to be deceptively old. That's the case with this classic chicken dish.

    By Matthew Spina 5 months ago Read More
  • Food trucks at rally

    This Is The #1 Food In Shark Tank History: The Story Behind Its Success

    "Shark Tank" has had its share of failures and successes. When it comes to the latter, there's one food product that tops the list in the show's history.

    By Neala Broderick 5 months ago Read More
  • A selection of American foods over an old picture of the Civil War.

    8 American Dishes Invented Out Of Necessity

    From frugal meals to survive hardship to long-lasting food eaten by cowboys, some well-known and much loved American cuisine was invented out of need.

    By Nadine Murphy 5 months ago Read More
  • Composite image with absinthe, coffee, bourbon on the rocks, tequila bottle, and win bottle

    10 Drink Myths So Wrong, They're Kind Of Iconic

    From mezcal to milk, there are plenty of drink myths to go around. Let's take a look at some of the most common and shed some much-needed light.

    By DB Kelly 5 months ago Read More
  • A man holds a fish sandwich in front of a marina

    How A $32 Grouper Sandwich In Florida Almost Became The Statewide Poster Child For Inflation

    The price of a fresh-caught grouper sandwich is a reflection of many factors including including fishing regulations, ingredient prices, and labor.

    By Whitney Bard 5 months ago Read More
  • Three chili, cheese, and onion covered hot dogs

    Step Back In Time At This Famed Massachusetts Hot Dog Spot

    If you want a real blast from the past, there's one Massachusetts-based hot dog joint you just have to try. They have the best Coney Island hot dogs around.

    By Ian Fortey 5 months ago Read More
  • ice cream cone held in hand at beach

    Monster Energy Billionaires Saved This California Ice Cream Brand From Bankruptcy

    A beloved and long-lasting California ice cream was facing closure due to bankruptcy, but some unlikely billionaires stepped in to save the day.

    By Matthew Spina 5 months ago Read More
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